I want math to be fun (yes, math can be fun!!) I want my students engaged and I want them talking to each other. While there is a time and place for quiet work, kids learn a ton from collaboration and conversation. I wanted a way to engage my students with their math facts beyond just in games and written format. So, "Prove it!" began in our classroom! We have number talks each day in … [Read more...]
Independent Number Talks at the Math Table
I am very passionate about Number Talks in Kindergarten - I truly believe they contribute so much to my kids' growth and understanding about numbers. Earlier in the year, I shared how we do these talks as a whole group. Now, it is February, and my students are becoming pretty independent. I wanted to incorporate number talks into our math workshop time. So, the "Number Talk Table" was … [Read more...]
Number Talks in Kindergarten
One of my goals this year was to really focus in on developing a strong number sense in my kindergarteners. I want them to really grow in their understanding of how numbers work, what they mean, and how they relate to one another and to the world around us. As with most anything, the best way to become stronger at something is to practice! I wanted a fun, simple way to incorporate more number … [Read more...]
